Project Design Engineer

SoloPoint Solutions; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is looking for an Electrical Engineer to lead teams and provide technical supervision. The candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering, especially in field startups, PLC and HMI programming, and variable frequency drive setup. Strong proficiency in Rockwell and Siemens PLC/HMI is required, along with leadership abilities. This role involves troubleshooting, calculating specifications, and maintaining excellent customer relations, including domestic and international travel when needed.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of electrical engineering experience with field startups and wiring.
• Strong knowledge of PLC and HMI programming.
• Knowledge of NEC electrical code application.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams and provide technical supervision.
• Collaborate with project managers to establish requirements and schedules.
• Troubleshoot and modify PLC code.
• Calculate electrical specifications for systems up to 800V DC and 4160V AC.

Skills

Leadership

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical engineering

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Magnetek VFD

Siemens VFD

Job description

(No relocation assistance and no corp-to-corp)

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical/software engineering teams and provide technical supervision to engineers, technicians, and other workers
• Collaborate with project managers to establish requirements, maintain schedules, and ensure customer acceptance
• Troubleshoot and modify PLC code and HMI programs for automated business processes
• Read, design, and mark up electrical drawings including single line diagrams, schematics, panel layouts, and conduit drawings
• Calculate electrical specifications (wire sizes, drive sizes, braking resistors, transformers, contactors, overload protection) for systems up to 800V DC and 4160V AC
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures with customers
• Maintain excellent customer relations with solution-oriented approach to complete testing and startups efficiently
• Provide design improvement recommendations to reduce costs and enhance functionality
• Work with project managers and purchasing to meet deadlines and specify parts

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of electrical engineering experience in field startups, wiring, PLC and HMI programming, and variable frequency drive setup
• Proficiency with Rockwell PLC/HMI (2+ years) and Siemens PLC/HMI (1+ years)
• Experience with Magnetek and Siemens VFDs
• 2+ years of independent PLC programming (not just modifications)
• Knowledge of NEC electrical code application
• Strong leadership abilities and customer-focused mindset
• Ability to work with challenging individuals and diverse teams
• Available for domestic and international travel to nuclear and government facilities